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Overview: London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 20:25. The fastest flight covers the 572 km distance in 1h 25m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 572 km |
Average flight duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Flights per day 4 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 20:25 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
572 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £99.
Of the 5 flights that leave London Gatwick Airport for Edinburgh Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 572 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach, train and flight for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 572 km
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 08:30 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:45 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 09:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 19:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport by coach, train or flight
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh Airport
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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